I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression or trauma that often accompanies major life transitions (launching to adulthood, birth of a baby, career shifts, loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship/divorce, health crisis). Life transitions impact our identity, our relationships and our sense of Self, often in ways we don’t expect. If a life event feels overwhelming or is keeping you stuck in patterns of thinking/behaving that no longer serve you, let's talk. Complimentary 15 min. phone call to determine if we're a good fit.

I'm a licensed clinical social worker experienced working with children, adults, and families. I believe that healing and growth are possible regardless of the pain or challenges that people experience and have faced. I earned a Masters in Social Work from Fordham University following my undergraduate education from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill in International Studies with a focus on Conflict Resolution. Initially,interested in resolving global conflict, I learned the greatest conflicts in the world lies within us and between us in daily lives.

Current availability for telehealth sessions. Are you feeling lost? Attempting to manage stress and anxiety? I provide psychotherapy, supervision and coaching, specializing in mindfulness and spirituality. Let's work together to help you find your bearings, manage your stress and anxiety, and take care of you.

As someone who knew I wanted to be a Social Worker since age sixteen, I feel very passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to help them make positive changes in their lives, paving the road for a successful future.

I've found that the majority of my clients are seeking to find and give volume to their inner voice. So many things can derail us from what we truly want and know we need, and feeling stuck, depressed, or anxious is often a red flag that you are pointed in a direction that doesn't feel right. Stressed relationships, a painful past, life changing events, a recent episode of anxiety and/or depression, and a number of other challenges can cause distress. It's tough to prioritize mental health, but it is worth it. I can help you find your voice.

Does your child suffer from anxiety, depression, anger, eating disorder, attention deficit disorder, oppositional disorder, autistic syndrome, obsessive compulsive disorder, or a learning disorder? I can help. In practice for more than 25 years, I have a Masters Degree in Child Psychology, and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology , I work closely with parents, schools, and pediatricians, providing therapy and psychological evaluations for children. I also provide custody evaluations. Children enjoy my delightful play therapy room. Evening appointments are provided for adults , parents, or couples .I shape my therapeutic approach with adults to their diagnostic needs..

I offer brief, solution-focused therapy that is specific, and has attainable goals designed with the "end in mind". I help individuals, couples and families work through life transitions that cause stress and tension in your relationships. I have experience working with a variety of issues and people which include: parenting, single parenting, communication difficulties, stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression as well as individuals who might have difficulty setting and reaching long term goals.

My ideal clients are between the ages of 16 and 60. I am a holistic therapist who works with the whole person; body, mind and spirit. We will work at your pace and I will help you discover stepping stones to developing healthy coping strategies and build resilience. Family support is crucial and family members may become a part of the journey toward reaching your goals. Let me know how I can help.

Choosing a therapist can seem overwhelming. Deciding who to share your story with requires an investment of your time, energy and finances. My twenty years of experience in the therapy field has helped me to connect with people in a safe and supportive environment to tackle the obstacles life sometimes throws our way. We all can get off track or lose sight of our hopes and goals for the future. Finding the right support during these times is crucial to navigating our way back to the people we love and the life we want for ourselves.

My clinical practice draws from extensive training in psychotherapy that integrates a psychodynamic perspective with therapeutic interventions that match the unique needs of a client. The range of interpersonal and skill-based interventions includes an understanding of family, culture, and gender specific influences on the current issues or concerns. The use of mindfulness principles and skills provides an added support to clients for strengthening their ability to better manage stress and for overall well-being. In over two decades as a psychotherapist I have consistently found that an integrative approach is most effective for promoting the positive outcomes that my clients are seeking.

Depression, anxiety, panic and poor self-esteem can have a profound effect on our day to day lives. Reaching out to someone new can be difficult even when we feel our best. The courage you present by making such an important phone call is tremendous. I am honored to be able to help when you call. Please note I can only bill for ANTHEM insurance.

Stress, Anxiety, Depression and Grief are all normal parts of life, but sometimes they can become so overwhelming that we need some support to get back on sturdy ground. We all have strengths and coping skills that sometimes get buried beneath managing our day to day responsibilities and stressors. I am here to help you tap into those strengths and skills and help you find some new ways to manage stress, difficult emotions, and being human in a challenging world. I will provide a warm, safe, supportive environment to help you grow and reach your goals.

I am an LCSW and Integrative therapist with expertise in working with individuals struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, substance abuse disorder and co-morbidities. My approach facilitates person-centered strengths based therapy in order to help clients accomplish their goals. A variety of therapy modalities are utilized to help with this process including DBT, CBT strategies. Currently accepting telehealth clients.

I am privileged to facilitate the exploration and personal growth of clients with concerns such as family-of-origin difficulties, self-esteem, personhood, sense of self, and problems related to histories of childhood abuse. My practice is founded upon my steadfast belief that each and every one of us is doing the best we can, given the circumstances in which we find ourselves. I take a strengths-based approach and seek to create an environment in which each unique client is able to find the emotional safety, trust, and freedom necessary to facilitate growth.

***NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME*** In a time of such uncertainty, it is more important than ever to connect, feel heard, and to tune into ourselves. I use a relational approach to therapy which considers the therapeutic relationship to be transformative and healing, a vehicle for better understanding our internal world. When given the space to talk things out authentically with someone who really listens, we learn to tune into ourselves so we can move forward in a more constructive way.

Intimate relationships are fluid and complex. Conflict does not mean you are incompatible. It is a signal that you should start paying attention to the relationship. Problems do not magically go away! Conflict in a relationship can feel like a crisis, but it is also an opportunity for growth and change. It takes courage to "stand up" and work hard on a relationship. Really facing what is in front of you, no longer living with pain, or loneliness, is challenging. After 40 years experience I can use my skills and knowledge to help shift the dynamic and allow you to move forward as a couple.

I am a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in clinical practice, with offices in Guilford and Essex, Ct. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy and insight-oriented psychodynamic approaches, in order to facilitate both understanding and resolution of challenges and difficulties. I strive to create a reflective, interactive, collaborative therapeutic relationship. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship problems, adolescent and adult development, and work-life balance.

Sometimes the difficult times in life impact us in ways that go beyond words. Upheaval, loss, upsetting events beyond our control. Are you looking for a fresh approach to counseling? Have you felt stuck in moving forward in traditional talk therapy? Is your child or teen in need of an engaging therapy style? Children, teens, and adults alike find Art Therapy an approachable and meaningful type of counseling. Visual expression gives voice to your experiences in ways that go beyond words.

If you are going through a transition or wish to make changes in your life, I could assist you with creative suggestions, constructive feedback and valuable support. If it is a relationship that is of concern, I have worked with couples for over thirty-five years on a variety of issues with the focus on effective communication and conflict resolution whether it be to bring about a more fulfilling and committed relationship or separation and divorce. I offer a safe and supportive environment in which you can work out your issues.